Our counselors provide therapy for children and teens in Fredericksburg, VA

Child and Teen Therapy – Counseling and Therapists in Fredericksburg, VA

Mental health disorders in children are more common today than ever before. Parents need to be informed about what a mental health disorder is, who it effects and how it can be treated. Our child counselors are here to help you wade through the information and misconceptions out there and answer all your questions.

Thriveworks offers evening and weekend sessions, and accepts most major insurances. Also, new clients can often meet with a provider within the same week as scheduling. If you think your child could benefit from therapy, reach out today to schedule their first child therapy session at Thriveworks Fredericksburg.

What Is a Mental Health Disorder?

Mental health disorders can be defined as a behavior that negatively impacts a person’s ability to function to the same extent as their peers. When we apply this to a child or teen we can see that a broad range of behaviors may fall under this umbrella definition and it’s important to keep in mind the severity of the behavior.

A child who gets angry does not have disordered behavior, but a child who reacts to most situations with anger and is losing friends and falling behind in school because of it might. A child who is shy would not fit the definition, but a child who is socially withdrawn and experiences anxiety when faced with having to go out might.

Who Is Most at Risk of Suffering from a Mental Health Issue?

Just like with any other health concern there is no equation that tells us who will or will not be susceptible to suffering from a mental health issue in their lifetime. There are a few factors, though, that can increase the odds:

• Family history of a mental health diagnosis
• Environmental factors, such as trauma (either physical or emotional), stress or significant changes
• Lifestyle choices, such as substance use

How Can I Help My Child?

The best outcomes for children or teens who are exhibiting the signs of a disorder is to seek treatment for them as soon as possible. Talking to a child counselor who has been trained in spotting the signs of illness and have the experience of working with different types of disorders can be your best source of information and support. They will talk you through the next steps and help create a plan to change the negative behavior.

Scheduling Child Therapy at Thriveworks Fredericksburg, VA

Call our office today at 540-322-5424 for more information and to set up an appointment. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances. In addition, we can likely get your child in for their first appointment this very week.